Soothing
Centella asiatica
also known as Cica, tiger grass
The K-Beauty soothing standard — calms redness, speeds barrier recovery, and quiets reactive skin.
What it actually does
Centella's active compounds (madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid — collectively the 'madecassosides') reduce inflammation and stimulate collagen production at the wound-healing level. That's why you see it in nearly every Korean post-acne, post-laser, and 'angry skin' formula. Pre-K-Beauty, it was already a staple in scar creams sold across pharmacies in Seoul.
Who it's for
Anyone whose skin runs hot — visible redness, sensitivity, rosacea-prone, acne in healing, or a barrier that's been pushed by actives. Also a smart everyday ingredient for stressed or irritated skin.
How to use it
Use any time of day, layered anywhere in the routine. Hard to overdo. Pairs especially well with niacinamide and panthenol when you're trying to calm things down.
Products with centella asiatica
6 products
A'PIEU
Madecassoside Cica Gel 2X
A'PIEU
Madecassoside Tetrasome Cica Ampoule
A'PIEU
Madecassoside Tetrasome Cica Cream
A'PIEU
Raspberry Hair Vinegar - 200ml X A'PIEU - Madecassoside Cica Gel 2X
AESTURA
A-CICA365 Cooling Relief Toner Pads pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic Acid for Redness
AESTURA
A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic
We match by ingredient mentions in product copy from our verified retailers. If we missed a product you know contains centella asiatica, let us know.
Related ingredients
Madecassoside
SoothingThe single most-active compound in centella, isolated — for serious calming without irritation.
Panthenol
Hydrationaka Pro-vitamin B5
Quiet workhorse — hydrates, soothes, and speeds the skin's recovery from almost anything.
Mugwort
Soothingaka Artemisia
An old Korean medicinal herb now baked into ampoules — deeply calming for stressed, sensitive skin.